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The Poetical Works of Thomas Traherne, 1636?-1674, from the original manuscripts

Note J — INTRODUCTION (continued 2)

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The Sun itself doth in its glory shine, And gold and silver out of very mire, And pearls and rubies out of earth refine; While herbs and flowers aspire To touch and make our feet divine.

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